Hayao Miyazaki

Hayao Miyazaki awarded Asia's ‘Nobel Prize’

Recently, in recognition of his contributions to the arts, Miyazaki was announced as this year’s winner of the Ramon Magsaysay Award, popularly known as Asia’s Nobel Prize.

Cannes 2024: Studio Ghibli makes history with honourary Palme d’Or

Studio Ghibli, the renowned Japanese anime studio that has captured the imagination of fans for the last 39 years with its magical creatures and floating castles, was awarded an honourary Palme d'Or at the 77th Cannes Film Festival.

Studio Ghibli’s ‘The Boy and the Heron’ set to hit Netflix screens globally

The enchanting tale of "The Boy and the Heron", an Oscar-winning animated masterpiece from the renowned Studio Ghibli, is poised to captivate audiences worldwide as it prepares to make its debut on Netflix. Originally titled "Kimitachi wa Dou Ikiru Ka," the film, crafted by the visionary Hayao Miyazaki, clinched the prestigious Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, solidifying its place as a cinematic gem. 

‘The Boy and the Heron’ wins best animated feature film Oscar

Hayao Miyazaki won his second Oscar on Sunday for his semi-autobiographical Japanese animated feature film “The Boy and the Heron,” a fantasy tale about a boy grieving his dead mother.

Hayao Miyazaki wins first Golden Globe for ‘The Boy and the Heron’

Renowned filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki has secured his first Golden Globe Award for his semi-autobiographical fantasy film, "The Boy and the Heron", in the animated feature category.

Terrifying yet comforting: What makes Spirited Away a must-watch?

Spirited Away was created with so much care and creativity that makes watching it an experience that should not be missed.

Hayao Miyazaki calls off retirement for the fourth time

This is the fourth time Miyazaki failed to retire. Earlier on, he announced plans to retire in 1997, after his film "Princess Mononoke" was released. And then again in 2001, after the release of "Spirited Away". 

Hayao Miyazaki’s ‘The Boy and the Heron’ to kickstart Toronto Film Festival

In light of ongoing strikes affecting A-list star attendance, the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) has adapted its approach this year. Despite that hurdle, TIFF successfully unveiled an impressive lineup earlier this week, featuring celebrated directors who are able to attend the festival.

Without any promotion, Japanese anime master Miyazaki's likely final film opens

The only information released was a poster drawn by Miyazaki - and even that was only sent to a limited number of cinemas.

September 2, 2024
September 2, 2024

Hayao Miyazaki awarded Asia's ‘Nobel Prize’

Recently, in recognition of his contributions to the arts, Miyazaki was announced as this year’s winner of the Ramon Magsaysay Award, popularly known as Asia’s Nobel Prize.

May 21, 2024
May 21, 2024

Cannes 2024: Studio Ghibli makes history with honourary Palme d’Or

Studio Ghibli, the renowned Japanese anime studio that has captured the imagination of fans for the last 39 years with its magical creatures and floating castles, was awarded an honourary Palme d'Or at the 77th Cannes Film Festival.

March 22, 2024
March 22, 2024

Studio Ghibli’s ‘The Boy and the Heron’ set to hit Netflix screens globally

The enchanting tale of "The Boy and the Heron", an Oscar-winning animated masterpiece from the renowned Studio Ghibli, is poised to captivate audiences worldwide as it prepares to make its debut on Netflix. Originally titled "Kimitachi wa Dou Ikiru Ka," the film, crafted by the visionary Hayao Miyazaki, clinched the prestigious Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, solidifying its place as a cinematic gem. 

March 11, 2024
March 11, 2024

‘The Boy and the Heron’ wins best animated feature film Oscar

Hayao Miyazaki won his second Oscar on Sunday for his semi-autobiographical Japanese animated feature film “The Boy and the Heron,” a fantasy tale about a boy grieving his dead mother.

January 8, 2024
January 8, 2024

Hayao Miyazaki wins first Golden Globe for ‘The Boy and the Heron’

Renowned filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki has secured his first Golden Globe Award for his semi-autobiographical fantasy film, "The Boy and the Heron", in the animated feature category.

September 28, 2023
September 28, 2023

Terrifying yet comforting: What makes Spirited Away a must-watch?

Spirited Away was created with so much care and creativity that makes watching it an experience that should not be missed.

September 11, 2023
September 11, 2023

Hayao Miyazaki calls off retirement for the fourth time

This is the fourth time Miyazaki failed to retire. Earlier on, he announced plans to retire in 1997, after his film "Princess Mononoke" was released. And then again in 2001, after the release of "Spirited Away". 

July 28, 2023
July 28, 2023

Hayao Miyazaki’s ‘The Boy and the Heron’ to kickstart Toronto Film Festival

In light of ongoing strikes affecting A-list star attendance, the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) has adapted its approach this year. Despite that hurdle, TIFF successfully unveiled an impressive lineup earlier this week, featuring celebrated directors who are able to attend the festival.

July 18, 2023
July 18, 2023

Without any promotion, Japanese anime master Miyazaki's likely final film opens

The only information released was a poster drawn by Miyazaki - and even that was only sent to a limited number of cinemas.

June 4, 2023
June 4, 2023

Studio Ghibli to release Miyazaki's final masterpiece with no trailer or image

Good news for Studio Ghibli fans, Hayao Miyazaki's final "How Do You Live?" will be released in Japanese theaters this summer. However, the makers have used a unique strategy, they are not going to release its trailers or new photos until the film is released.